Do you say it is incomprehensible that there is nothingness in the world and that we are partly composed of nothing? Well, why not? Is not the whole world enveloped by nothingness? Since you concede that point, admit as well that it is just as easy for the world to have nothingness within as without.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author argues that nothingness is a fundamental part of existence, both surrounding and within us, so it should not be feared or deemed incomprehensible.
- In plain terms
- Nothingness is everywhere and inside us, so accepting it is logical.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept the void as a natural part of reality.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does accepting nothingness change your view of life?
- Is emptiness a threat or a neutral fact?
Another view
The argument relies on a metaphysical assumption that nothingness is tangible.
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